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Want to work in the data center industry but need the right certifications? Build Now is our training program designed to get you job-ready, with the skills and credentials employers are looking for.
About Build Now
Your Path Into Data Centers
Build Now is Overwatch's training and certification program for people who want to break into the data center industry. Whether you're transitioning from the military, switching careers, or just starting out, Build Now gives you the foundational skills and industry certifications you need to step into a blue-collar data center role.
Once you've completed your certifications through Build Now, you're ready to join the Overwatch candidate pool and get placed in data center positions across the country.
The Pipeline
Build Now, Training & Certification
Overwatch Candidate Pool
Data Center Career
Training Programs
Structured curriculum built by industry experts to get you certified and field-ready.
Entry Level
4 Weeks
Data Center Fundamentals
A comprehensive introduction to data center operations. Covers power distribution, cooling systems, safety protocols, and monitoring tools. No prior experience required.
What You'll Learn:
- Understand data center infrastructure layout
- Operate monitoring and BMS systems
- Follow safety and LOTO procedures
- Basic troubleshooting for power and cooling
Intermediate
6 Weeks
Electrical Systems & Power
Deep dive into electrical distribution in mission-critical facilities. Covers UPS systems, generators, switchgear, PDUs, and arc flash safety.
What You'll Learn:
- Maintain and troubleshoot UPS systems
- Perform generator maintenance
- Understand medium-voltage distribution
- NFPA 70E compliance
Intermediate
6 Weeks
Mechanical & HVAC Systems
Master the cooling systems that keep data centers running. Covers CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, cooling towers, and precision environmental controls.
What You'll Learn:
- Maintain precision cooling equipment
- Troubleshoot airflow and temperature issues
- Operate building automation systems
- EPA refrigerant handling
Advanced
4 Weeks
Commissioning & Testing
Learn to commission and validate critical data center systems. Covers IST procedures, test documentation, and system turnover protocols.
What You'll Learn:
- Write and execute Cx test procedures
- Conduct integrated systems testing
- Document and track punch lists
- Quality assurance standards
Industry Certifications
Build Now prepares you for the certifications that data center employers require. Get certified and get hired.
- BICSI Installer & Technician
- EPA Universal Refrigerant
- NFPA 70E Arc Flash Safety
- OSHA 10 & 30
- CPR/First Aid/AED
- Manufacturer-specific training (Liebert, Eaton, Caterpillar)
Candidates Trained
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Certification Pass Rate
%
Paid Training
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Placement Rate
Your Pathway
Apply to Build Now
Train
Get Certified
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Deploy
What Graduates Say
Build Now launches data center careers.
"I came in with zero experience. Within 6 months, I had two certifications and felt completely confident on the data center floor."
Sarah K.
Critical Facilities Technician
Build Now Graduate
"The hands-on training was better than any college course I've taken. Real equipment, real scenarios, real skills."
Devon P.
Electrical Technician
Career Changer